This book offers an approachable student textbook that engages the reader in understanding the nature of social change and the dimensions of leadership that help one become an effective change agent. The text includes case studies, reflection questions, and learning activities to help facilitate engagement with the Social Change Model of Leadership Development that is at the core of the book. Written and edited by some of the country's most recognized and active scholars and educators in student leadership, the book has been field-tested by leadership faculty.
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“Leadership for a Better World: Understanding the Social Change Model of Leadership Development represents an ambitious collaboration of higher education scholars and practitioners summarizing and applying the social change model of leadership.” —Jaime Lester, Journal of College Student Development
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"What a powerful, very needed, and welcome sequel to A Social Change Model for Leadership Development Guidebook. It is a book for students, faculty, and everyone who engages in leadership for social change for a better world. It is an inspiring and liberating book in that it validates each one of us as we discover and practice the gifts we have been given." —Helen S. Astin, professor emerita of higher education and senior scholar, Higher Education Research Institute, UCLA
"While simple schemes and models of leadership can have their appeal, the more challenging view proposed in Leadership for a Better World is not only more realistic but infinitely more fulfilling. This form of leadership calls us to look at our own deep yearnings and then respect those of others in the amazing global community of the twenty-first century." —Denny Roberts, assistant vice president for faculty and student services, Qatar Foundation
"Positing that social change is at the heart of the leadership experience, Leadership for a Better World answers the question of 'leadership for what purpose?' Grounded in student experiences, this book includes student voices, stories, and contemporary case studies. Written in an informed and approachable tone, it provides a coherent set of guiding principles about how knowing oneself, meaningfully engaging with others, and adopting a systems perspective can promote the socially responsible leadership so needed in the world today." —Julie E. Owen, assistant professor, Leadership and Integrative Studies, George Mason University
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A wide-ranging book with lessons for business and social issues libraries alike
October 17, 2009
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LEADERSHIP FOR A BETTER WORLD: UNDERSTANDING THE SOCIAL CHANGE MODEL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT isn't just for business libraries - although these will be the best beneficiaries of its message. It's for any collection of social issues readers where leadership aspirations are linked to social change. From schemes and models of leadership to understanding the collaborative process and its difference from cooperative skills, LEADERSHIP FOR A BETTER WORLD is a wide-ranging book with lessons for business and social issues libraries alike.
By Matt Roth
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This book is perfect for any person looking to enhance their leadership skills. It provides the necessities to becoming an effective leader in any aspect of your life. Big or small change, the powerful information packed into this book will help any person harness their leadership potential.
By CristinaT
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I got this book for a leadership class, but as I started reading it, I really started to enjoy it. It's very good and I recommend it for anyone who wants to boost their leadership skills.
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Coursework requirement
It could be written at a more scholarly level. I enjoyed it, but the volume was just for a graduate class in education.
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Anyone Can Be A Leader
This book took me by surprise. I was not expecting what I read. This book is about anyone taking the right steps to lead change in their community. Read more
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Leadership For a Better World
The book came in the mail very quickly. It was in the condition specified by the sender. I am very happy with my purchase.
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